For my hours of service learning I decided to go and sit in on the Deaf meetings on Wednesday nights. I took American Sign Language all throughout high school and I had gained so much respect and interest in the Deaf culture. Those who are Deaf are proud of it, they are proud of who they are and what they have accomplished all by being Deaf. It is interesting because we have the medical ability to help Deaf people through cochlear implants, but many still decide not to get one because they are proud of who they are. Anyways, I am just fascinated by Deaf culture and the amount of pride they have, it is awesome, that that is why I decided to attend these meetings.
It was cool to be surrounded by those who are Deaf and to just be around them in their normal atmosphere. Deaf people are generally so happy. They don't see their disability as being a handicap, it is part of who they are and not only do they accept that, they are proud of it. Going to these meetings and talking about the deaf community and being able to be in the presence of those who are Deaf. Since I know ASL, I have made it a goal to reach out to those who are Deaf and to have conversations with them. I am fascinated by the Deaf community, and I have so much respect for them. Being Deaf would be so hard, but they don't view it like that, and that is what I love about the community.
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